Common Core Reading Informational Text Standard 6 Compare and contrast a firsthand and secondhand account of the same event or topic; describe the differences in focus and the information provided.
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Students will investigate online primary and secondary sources
Students will participate in Webquests using primary and secondary sources
Students will create a presentation using primary and secondary sources found online
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Common Core Reading Literature Standard 7 Make connections between the text of a story or drama and a visual or oral presentation of the text, identifying where each version reflects specific descriptions and directions in the text.
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Use a computer created visual aid to assist in a presentation on a book or written work.
Students will use online tutorials to enhance their understanding of curriculum.
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Common Core Reading Informational Text Standard 4 and Common Core Writing Standard 7 Determine the meaning of general academic and domain-specific words or phrases in a text relevant to a grade 4 topic or subject area.RI #9: Integrate information from two texts on the same topic in order to write or speak about the subject knowledgeably. Conduct short research projects that build knowledge through investigation of different aspects of a topic.
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Apply the basic steps of a problem-solving model to conduct a search for information.
Conduct advanced keyword and/or subject searches on the library catalog and online sources to locate needed materials on a favorite leisure, animal, or sport activity.
Effectively utilize a variety of databases to locate needed information by utilizing a database’s advanced features.
Evaluate information for reliability and relevance to the topic being researched from Internet sources.
Construct a bibliography page using a professional editorial style of sources used in correct order according to author, title, publisher, date, place of publication and page numbers.
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Common Core Reading Informational Text Standard 7 and Common Core Writing Standard 2a Interpret information presented visually, orally, or quantitatively (e.g., in charts, graphs, diagrams, time lines, animations, or interactive elements on Web pages) and explain how the information contributes to an understanding of the text in which is appears. Introduce a topic clearly, provide a general observation and focus, and group related information logically; include formatting (e.g., heading), illustrations, and other multimedia when useful to aiding comprehension.
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Collect data for a personal use in a graphic organizer, note cards, outline, or any other product online to meet the students’ needs.
Utilize computerized tools to visually display information.
Discuss how to best determine a sites accuracy by checking the copyright date, author’s authority and research base of material.
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Common Core Writing Standard 6 With some guidance and support from adults, use technology, including the Internet, to produce and publish writing as well as to interact and collaborate with others; demonstrate sufficient command of keyboarding skills to type a minimum of one page in a single sitting. Technology standards
Use blogs, wikis, etc. to publish written works online for all to view.
Engage in peer editing by reviewing classmates presentations and providing feedback.
Practice responsible use of technology with an understanding of basic issues related to use of technology and information and describe the personal consequences of inappropriate use.
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Common Core Writing Standard 8 Recall relevant information from experiences or gather relevant information from print and digital sources: take notes and categorize information, and provide a list of sources. Technology standards
Use online data tools to organize information.
Use online bibliography tools to create works cited/bibliography.
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Common Core Speaking & Listening Standard 2 Paraphrase portions of a text read aloud or information presented in diverse media and formats, including visually, quantitatively, and orally.
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Explore a variety of digital media formats available to them through the Internet.
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Common Core Speaking & Listening Standard 5 Add audio recordings and visual displays to presentations when appropriate to enhance the development of main ideas or themes.
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Add audio, video, or pictures into a presentation.
With assistance, choose the most appropriate format for presenting information by identifying an audience, and considering length of presentation and type of information to share.
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Common Core Language Standard 4c Consult reference materials (e.g., dictionaries, glossaries, thesauruses), both print and digital, to find the pronunciation and determine or clarify the precise meaning of key words and phrases.
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Students will use online and digital reference materials
Students will utilize hyperlinks in existing online text to clarify meaning of key words.
Common Core Reading Informational Text Standard 6
Compare and contrast a firsthand and secondhand account of the same event or topic; describe the differences in focus and the information provided.
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Common Core Reading Literature Standard 7
Make connections between the text of a story or drama and a visual or oral presentation of the text, identifying where each version reflects specific descriptions and directions in the text.
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Common Core Reading Informational Text Standard 4 and Common Core Writing Standard 7
Determine the meaning of general academic and domain-specific words or phrases in a text relevant to a grade 4 topic or subject area.RI #9: Integrate information from two texts on the same topic in order to write or speak about the subject knowledgeably.
Conduct short research projects that build knowledge through investigation of different aspects of a topic.
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Common Core Reading Informational Text Standard 7 and Common Core Writing Standard 2a
Interpret information presented visually, orally, or quantitatively (e.g., in charts, graphs, diagrams, time lines, animations, or interactive elements on Web pages) and explain how the information contributes to an understanding of the text in which is appears.
Introduce a topic clearly, provide a general observation and focus, and group related information logically; include formatting (e.g., heading), illustrations, and other multimedia when useful to aiding comprehension.
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Common Core Writing Standard 6
With some guidance and support from adults, use technology, including the Internet, to produce and publish writing as well as to interact and collaborate with others; demonstrate sufficient command of keyboarding skills to type a minimum of one page in a single sitting.
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Common Core Writing Standard 8
Recall relevant information from experiences or gather relevant information from print and digital sources: take notes and categorize information, and provide a list of sources.
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Common Core Speaking & Listening Standard 2
Paraphrase portions of a text read aloud or information presented in diverse media and formats, including visually, quantitatively, and orally.
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Common Core Speaking & Listening Standard 5
Add audio recordings and visual displays to presentations when appropriate to enhance the development of main ideas or themes.
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Common Core Language Standard 4c
Consult reference materials (e.g., dictionaries, glossaries, thesauruses), both print and digital, to find the pronunciation and determine or clarify the precise meaning of key words and phrases.
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